Treat Alzheimer's Traditional Chinese Medicine

How Do We Treat Alzheimer’s Disease with Acupuncture？

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Its an awful shock when your parent forgot who you are, even you become a stranger in their eye, what should you do?

It may be a sign of Alzheimer’s Disease or early-onset dementia. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common neurodegenerative disease in the elderly, which can lead to memory loss and cognitive problems.

The pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease is not clear in the medical field, and the drugs used for treatment can only improve the symptoms and tgey say it cannot be completely cured.

Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM) and Acupuncture is a very effective and safe alternative treatment. We'll explain in this summary what the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease with TCM and Acupuncture has a positive effect on brain activity and helps to relieve the symptoms of dementia.

What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

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Alzheimer’s disease (AD), also known as dementia, is a chronic and degenerative brain disorder. It breaks down and destroys brain cells and the neurons that connect brain cells to one another. This damage causes a decline in memory, behavior, and mental capabilities.

The first signs of dementia occur due to changes in brain cell function and initially affect the part of the brain that learns new information and remembers it.

While medical science has not conclusively discovered what exactly causes Alzheimer’s dementia, it is believed to be related to protein deposits called “plaques” and “tangles” developing in the brain, disrupting the communication between the brain cells and damaging nerves.

It is estimated that nearly 40 million people mostly older than 60 years have dementia worldwide, and this figure is projected to reach over 115 million by 2050, and making it one of the most threat to elderly persons health.

Presently, there are still no treatments available to slow down or stop the damage and destruction of neurons and disease progression effectively, although the current medications used to treat AD are able to alleviate the symptoms.

TCM and Acupuncture treatment may significantly improve the ability of daily living and cognitive function of patients with AD.

Acupuncture has been shown to activate brain parts.

According to TCM theory, the brain and the kidneys are closely related; the kidneys nourish the brain so it's so importantto stay hydrated. If there is weakness or deficiency of Qi in the kidneys, it can lead to symptoms like dizziness, confusion, amnesia and memory problems.

Acupuncture treatment and the use of specific Chinese herb formulae can work as an effective and safe adjunctive treatment.

In recent years, more and more evidence has shown that acupuncture on specific acupoints can activate different parts of the frontal lobe, temporal lobe, and cingulate gyrus of the brain, regulate the cerebral blood flow of Alzheimer’s patients,

it strengthens hippocampal connections, enhances the brain activity of patients, and improve recognition，helping to improve the cognitive function that can be lost to Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Some studies have actually seen and shown better results in patients receiving TCM treatments over conventional medication therapies for dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Get A TCM Dementia expert by your side!

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It can be painful to watch a loved one struggling with dementia caused by AD. The Healing Cabin Acupuncture Pain Management Clinic strongly suggest that it is best to initiate treatment for dementia as soon as it becomes apparent, so that we can help to limit the progress of cognitive decline.

At the Clinic, our expert with over 30 years of caring and 16 years of clinical experience can help patients with neurological conditions of all kinds, and we provide a holistic way to treat each individual, so that they can continue to live a full, active life.

6 very important tips for preventing Alzheimer’s disease

The Healing Cabin suggest adults to adopt six habits of healthy aging and alot of home remedies for memory loss. These steps, combined with regular care from Chinese medicine and Acupuncture, can

help lower your chances of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia or reducing their effects.

(1) Heart-healthy diet

A diet high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes can improve blood flow to the brain. We should ailments for 30 different vegetables per week! Get a good pre post and Pro biotic it's really important!

Hydrate daily according to your body weight!

Try to avoid sugar, salt (sodium), red meat and full-fat dairy products.

(2) Exercise

Like a heart-healthy diet, exercise can also help improve brain health by increasing blood flow. We recommend walkimg in nature, dancing and Pilates 30 minutes of exercise five days a week and full body stretching.

(3) Sleep

Insomnia and sleep apnea may lead to dementia, which means it’s important to get at least 8-10 hours of uninterrupted sleep every night.

(4) Lifelong learning

Continuing to challenge your mind with new activities and hobbies can help keep your brain sharp. Getting involved in community events or volunteer opportunities can also help stimulate you mind and ward off dementia. Learn to play an instrument music can be so healing for the brain.

(5) Keep Up A Positive outlook

Focusing on positive aspects of aging can help promote resilience. Lack of resilience may increase the possibility of substance abuse or mental health conditions, both of which contribute to the risk of dementia.

(6) Social connections

Being alone has brought new attention to the dementia-related contributors of loneliness, making it even more important to maintain connections with family and friends. A quick phone call or afternoon video chat can go a long way to boost your mood and your brain health. Big hugs work wonders!

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